Trail races in Valencian Community — September 2026
The Valencian Community hosts Penyagolosa Trails, one of the most prestigious races in the Mediterranean. Interior ranges, ravines, and coast offer varied terrain for year-round trail running.
3 races scheduled
Climate in Valencian Community: The Mediterranean climate grants long trail running windows. Winter and early spring are ideal: clear skies, mild temperatures, and accessible peaks without the stifling summer heat. From June to September the heat can be brutal, especially in the interior ranges, where there's no shade and humidity clings to your skin. Autumn is magical: the sea is still warm, the mountains turn ochre, and races multiply. Always carry more water than you think you need.
Race summary
3
Races
12.8 – 20.5 km
Distance range
629 – 1183 D+
Elevation range
Sep
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Valencian Community in september
September can bring sudden storms: always carry your windbreaker even if the sky looks clear.
The terrain starts to have fallen leaves hiding rocks and roots: increase focus on descents.
It is an ideal month for ultras: take advantage of the thermal conditions and remaining daylight hours.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Photo: Juan Emilio Prades Bel (CC BY-SA 4.0)Cursa Ibérica Figueroles
Figueroles
17K y ~800m D+ por las antiguas sendas ibéricas de Figueroles, en l'Alcalatén (Castellón)
Photo: Agenda AlcoyXXVI Pujada al Montcabrer
Alcoy
19K y 977m D+ desde Alcoy hasta la cima del Montcabrer — XXVI edición el 13 de septiembre de 2026
Photo: Arcadio Oliver Atienzar (CC BY-SA 4.0)X Trail de Jalance
Jalance
20,5K y 1183m D+ por las sierras del Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes, bajo la Muela y el castillo de Jalance
Essential gear + sun protection
Get ready to run in the heat: sun protection and key gear
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.
Hoka
Hoka Speedgoat 7
The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.
Altra
Altra Lone Peak 9
Trail running shoe with zero drop and wide FootShape toe box that allows natural toe splay. 25 mm stack with EGO foam for balanced cushioning without losing ground contact. MaxTrac outsole with 3.5 mm lugs, ideal for non-technical trails, forest tracks and long-distance paths.
ISDIN
ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
Ultralight water-phase facial sunscreen with SPF 50+. Fluid texture that absorbs instantly with no greasy residue, ideal for applying during a race. Water and sweat resistant.
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